Smart employers know that improving employee engagement can improve productivity and efficiency. Mobile devices like tablets and handhelds could give employees real-time insight into their performance and inspire team collaboration. In this article from Manufacturing Business Technology, read how data is the tool for unlocking greater employee engagement. According to Gallup’s 2017 State of the American […]
Reinventing after-sales service in a subscription economy world

Smart manufacturers know it is no longer enough to just sell a product. As the subscription economy grows, customers expect products to have maximized uptime long after the initial sale. In this article from Forbes, learn how IoT devices and sensors are helping manufacturers improve their service model by using machine learning to better predict […]
Case Study: Technical Consultation and Deployment Services Help EMS Teams Save Lives

For one state’s Emergency Medical Services deploying comprehensive and consistent mobile solutions gets done with the help of Panasonic TOUGHBOOK team. Challenge: The Emergency Medical Services division of a state’s Department of Health is tasked with delivering emergency services and improving patient outcomes across the state. This role entails the state EMS division to work […]
5 critical mobile device features to consider for better DSD success

Direct Store Delivery has created a direct connection between suppliers and retailers. Mobile technology helps both ends of the supply chain coordinate inventory requests and improve delivery efficiency. Suppliers need the ideal devices to tackle responsibilities once handled by distribution centers. In this article from Manufacturing Business Technology, battery life, reliable connectivity, and cybersecurity all play a […]
Is big data analytics the secret to successful firefighting?

First responders know that every emergency is different, from the fastest route to the available tools on the scene. But linked data through the Internet of Things could hold the key to improving response times and preparation by sharing this information ahead of time. In this article from Forbes, fire departments are leveraging data from […]